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# Nagano Prefecture Travel Guide

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### Popular cities in Nagano Prefecture

[Karuizawa

Known for Skiing, Golf and Museums

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Love museums, golf and nature? Get away to Karuizawa! 

## Reasons to visit

- Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort
- Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
- Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring

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[Matsumoto

Known for Historical, Castle and Museums

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Get away to Matsumoto! Enjoy the castle, history and art. 

## Reasons to visit

- Matsumoto Castle
- Kappa Bridge
- Matsumoto Performing Arts Center

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[Nagano

Known for Culture, Tours and Hiking

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Enjoy vegetarian food and go skiing in this scenic mountain region, explore the ancient wooden Zenkoji Temple and historic castle, and hear legends of ninja warriors.

## Reasons to visit

- Zenko-ji Temple
- Togakushi Shrine
- Nagano Olympic Stadium

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[Hakuba

Known for Skiing, Mountains and Sports

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Trip time! Discover the skiing, mountains and adventure in Hakuba. 

## Reasons to visit

- Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area
- Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort
- Hakuba Iwatake Ski Resort

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[Yamanouchi

Known for Friendly people, Culture and Skiing

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Explore upscale Yamanouchi: its skiing, hot springs, wineries and more! 

## Reasons to visit

- Shiga Kogen Ski Area
- Jigokudani Monkey Park
- Shibu

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[Nozawaonsen

Known for Friendly people, Culture and Skiing

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Quaint Nozawaonsen awaits: its skiing, culture, museums and more! 

## Reasons to visit

- Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort

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## Cities in Nagano Prefecture

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### Nagano

Enjoy vegetarian food and go skiing in this scenic mountain region, explore the ancient wooden Zenkoji Temple and historic castle, and hear legends of ninja warriors.